On behalf of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group’s Board of Trustees, I am writing to inform you that Joanne Bezzubetz has decided to step down as The Royal’s President and CEO as of December 14, 2022.
It’s easy to see why parents and youth have described RBC Bluefest’s “Be in the Band” program as transformative and life altering. The benefits are far-reaching and can change the trajectory of a young person’s life.
This week is National Nursing Week. The theme this year is “We Answer the Call” which is apropos given we continue to stand strong through six waves of this pandemic.
The prestigious Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research is awarded to an outstanding rising star researcher in the field of mental health, to recognize, encourage and support them as they pursue their research interests and goals.&nb
While most people won’t be surprised to hear that elevated stress levels brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and staffing shortages have taken a toll on healthcare workers, they may be surprised to hear we actually don’t have a full understanding of its impact.
As Canada’s population ages, the need for specialized mental health care for older adults is more urgent than ever. At The Royal, that challenge is being met with best-in-Canada expertise, regional coordination, and a deep commitment to care.
OTTAWA, February 6, 2024 – The Royal is pleased to be named one of the National Capital Region's Top Employers.
In the last few years there has been a significant focus on documenting permission to be approached for research in hospitals across Canada. The Royal documents this consent during a client’s registration process, which in turn creates a lis
From New Discoveries Comes New Hope - A special publication
Canada has a proud military tradition. Our veterans served our country and protected our freedom – sacrificing their time, health, and sometimes their lives. In turn, we respect and support our veterans.
Why brain profiling matters.
The brain is our most complex organ – in fact, it’s one of the most complex systems in the entire universe – and no two brains are exactly the same.
Did you know that almost everyone, everywhere, probably has two ordinary, inexpensive items that can boost their mental health?
A pen and paper.
Dr. Natalia Jaworska is one of our Inspiration Award recipients this year. She was honoured alongside other mental health advocates at the 2019 Inspiration Awards on March 1.
The Forensic Research Unit (FRU) of the Institute of Mental Health Research (IMHR) is fully integrated with the Integrated Forensic Program (IFP) of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group.
“It’s a group, but not a group,” says Kieran, 22. “You don’t sit in a circle talking about your feelings. It’s a chill environment where you can just go and be a kid.”
On May 11, 2021, the Royal Ottawa Foundation hosted an exclusive virtual event for our Women for Mental Health (W4MH), with special guests Mrs.
The Royal is one of Canada’s foremost mental health care, teaching and research hospitals.
The Royal places a high value on the privacy, confidentiality and security of each patient’s personal health information.
Time changes related to daylight saving time cause sleep disruptions and can contribute to a myriad of serious health problems.
Stress hits us all, and our mental health has a lot to do with how well we deal with it.